The Island Park Fire Department drove past the Whaley family home to surprise their daughter with a special birthday gift, after her party was canceled due to the coronavirus. 


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An enormous contraption breaks through the second floor of the Samanea New York atrium in Westbury — a 23-foot-high trapeze, beckoning to the daring.

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Plus, another location has opened with about 60 baby furniture sets on the showroom floor.

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The average pet owner spent more than $1,700 this year on their pets, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association.

Vet bills are increasing. Is pet insurance worth it?

The new event lines up with February break from school and lets kids swim with mermaids.

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A Rumi impersonator will bring the hit Netflix film to life in Smithtown in January.

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The first diner at this location opened in 1929.

LI diner closes for the second time

The cult favorite diner is heading to Suffolk County.

Popular LI diner opening 2nd location

The facility, on Jericho Turnpike, has been operating as a caterer since the 1950s, according to the suit filed in state Supreme Court.

Jericho banquet hall sues Oyster Bay over denied catering permit

These are must-try variations on LI's beloved breakfast sandwich.

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The third outpost of the Korean chain has landed in Commack.

All-you-can-eat chain opens 3rd LI location

The menu of wraps and platters favors quality over quantity.

NYC halal spot expands to LI

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I.FLY opens its first Indoor trapeze school at Samanea in Westbury. NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano reports.

Flying high: New indoor trapeze school opens

After 44 years, the Oak Chalet Restaurant in Bellmore closed its doors. NewsdayTV's Doug Geed talked to Gisela Wedel and her family about their restaurant.

'Gonna miss it so much'

From local treasures to this year's hottest toys, NewsdayTV's team has a tour of our 2025 Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide.

Step inside Newsday's Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano explores Christmasland, a pop-up holiday experience in Deer Park.

Throw snowballs, walk down Candy Cane Lane and more at holiday pop-up

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed speaks to local wineries on the best sparkling wines for your midnight champagne toast.

'The combination is just decadent'

NewsdayTV'S Elisa DiStefano visits Tutu School of Sayville, which offers dance classs to children as young at 6 months.

'Dancing was a big part of my life, so I want her to start young'

The NewsdayTV team looks at the most wonderful time of the year and the traditions that make it special on LI.

'Tis the season for the NewsdayTV Holiday Show!

Diane Kearns, of Sound Beach, has helped bring the joy of holiday lights to the homes of cancer patients across Long Island.

The brightest of lights in the darkest of times

Newsday's food team has your behind-the-scenes look at FeedMe's Top 50 restaurants list.

'A great restaurant is a place that you want to go back to'

Newsday's food team takes a look back at the best things they ate on Long Island in 2025.

From sweet to savory: 4 dishes we loved in 2025

Newsday food writers Andi Berlin and Erica Marcus got together for dim sum at Orient Garden in New Hyde Park, one of the spots on Newsday's list of best Chinese restaurants.

From shumai to turnip cake: Our favorite dim sum dishes

Bruce Springsteen's rendition of "Santa Claus is Comin' To Town" was recorded during a concert at C.W. Post in 1975. NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano reports.

'Many people didn't know that it was recorded at C.W. Post'

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NewsdayTV's Doug Geed takes us to the Custer Institute and Observatory in Southold for an up close look at the stars.

Out East: Custer Institute and Observatory

One of LI's oldest German restaurants closes

The Giants held their final media availability of the 2025 season on Monday where they talked about their search for a new head coach and what they expect out of next season.

Giants clean out their lockers after a disappointing 4-win season

A Three Kings Day event took place at the Knights of Columbus in Brentwood on Sunday. The celebration provided a warm, welcoming environment in a time of uncertainty, according to some attendees. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Three Kings Day celebrated on LI

Long Islanders Newsday spoke with said what they are trying to accomplish with their resolution for 2026. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Long Islanders' 2026 New Year's resolutions 

In his inaugural address, Mamdani said that today "begins a new era" for New York City.

Zohran Mamdani sworn in as NYC mayor

Long Island's top federal prosecutor said ICE will no longer hold detainees more than 12 hours or overnight at the facility. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Immigration groups urge judge to keep scrutiny on ICE holding cells in Central Islip

Paws of War rescued dogs from an illegal puppy mill in Tennessee. The animals are now going to forever homes of veterans. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

A heartwarming story that will give paws

Travel reporter Carissa Kellman experiences the luxurious perks at local hotels with no check-in required.

Daycation: You don't have to spend the night to enjoy these amenities at nearby hotels

John Sterbens is a volunteer with Splashes of Hope, in Huntington. He says the organization's mission is to brighten the world through art.

Volunteers of Long Island: Splashes of Hope

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